Legal amendments to improve fairness car loans in Malaysia: experts
The change, economists say, was long overdue, describing it as a major step forward for consumer fairness and financial literacy.
Finance
Bangladesh’s biggest banking shakeup in motion
Bangladesh Bank took over five troubled Shariah-based banks temporarily by dissolving their boards as part of the formal merger process.
India’s manufacturing activity spikes in October, with PMI recorded at 59.2
According to data compiled by S&P Global, the upturn was supported by strong domestic demand, goods and services tax (GST) relief measures, productivity gains, and higher…
Bhutan’s new income tax reliefs to benefit families, homeowners, and persons with disabilities
A major addition is the parenthood child tax credit, a measure to support parents and encourage population growth.
Indonesia raises 6 billion yuan through first ‘dim sum bond’ issuance
The five-year bond has a coupon of 2.5 percent, while the 10-year one offers 2.9 percent.
World Bank cuts 2026 Asia growth to 4.3%, warns of prolonged slowdown
The international bank lowers East Asia–Pacific's growth to 4.3% in 2026, citing weak global demand, policy uncertainty, and China’s rising debt burden.
Hong Kong steps up as Asia’s sustainable finance hub
Hong Kong and Asia are stepping up — positioning the city as a leading hub for sustainable finance and driving more innovative, nature-based solutions to address the global…
Bank Indonesia pauses after three consecutive rate cuts, but open to more
BI has kept its benchmark interest rate in place after decreasing it by 25 basis points in each of the past three months, but the central bank is open for further cuts to…
North Korea has allegedly stolen $2.84 billion in crypto since 2024 as China aids cash-out: report
North Korean IT workers span at least 8 countries, with China and Russia serving as key hubs.
How Pakistan’s crypto craze has made it a scammer’s paradise
As crypto fever grips Pakistan, what began as a ticket to financial freedom has become a minefield of scams, stolen wallets, and shattered trust.